American Classic Cars

43k Original Miles: 1991 Pontiac Firebird Convertible

If you scroll back through the Barn Finds archives, you will quickly discover that most of Pontiac’s pony car models that have graced the site for over a decade have worn Trans Am badges. That makes our feature car… more»

Surprise Sleeper! 1967 Pontiac Firebird

It’s always fun to see a first-year Pontiac Firebird pop up for sale, whether it’s one in need of restoration or a well-kept survivor that’s been shown lots of love over the years, and while this 1967 Pontiac Firebird… more»

No Reserve Running Project: 1972 Ford Gran Torino Sport

While many manufacturers were either driving nails in the coffin of their muscle models or drastically reducing their fun characteristics, I guess Ford didn’t get the memo that the market was dying before they revamped the Torino for ’72… more»

Estate Sale: 1971 Opel GT

In an eBay listing that is distinguished by its brevity, we find this 1971 Opel GT, bid to $5401, reserve not met. The car is located in Martinsville, Indiana. Opel was owned by General Motors for decades, forming the… more»

39k Original Miles: 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme

Choosing a worthy project candidate can be fraught with danger, particularly for those tackling their first build. The world is littered with individuals who have placed their ambitions ahead of their abilities, biting off more than they can chew…. more»

390-Equipped: 1966 Ford Galaxie 500

Some enthusiasts prefer classics that loudly and proudly trumpet their performance potential, while others are attracted to genuine sleepers. This 1966 Ford Galaxie 500 probably falls into the second category because only its wheels indicate there could be more… more»

One Year Only: 1979 Buick “Palm Beach” LeSabre

A Buick LeSabre Palm Beach edition, really? With all of the discussion of Palm Beach, Florida real estate values that are circulating through the news these days, I don’t think a Buick LeSabre is going to cut it as… more»

84k Original Miles: 1968 Chevrolet Camaro RS/SS 396

It can sometimes be difficult to gauge the desirability of a classic car, but this 1968 Camaro RS/SS 396 leaves no doubt. Any vehicle that receives seventy-four bids in under a week has unquestionably struck a chord with potential… more»

No Reserve: 1969 Oldsmobile 442 Hurst/Olds Tribute

Some enthusiasts are willing to transform a classic car into something genuinely special where spotless originality isn’t a primary concern. Such is the case with this 1969 Oldsmobile Holiday Coupe. It is a genuine 442, but the owner chose… more»

Museum Resident: 1935 Lincoln Model K

Lincoln Motor Company didn’t gain traction until after its founder, Henry Leland, sold it to Ford in 1922. In the ultimate irony, Leland was also responsible for forming the Cadillac Automobile Company from the ashes of Henry Ford’s dissolution… more»

Wine Country Find: 1980 AMC Pacer DL

Saxon Yellow is the perfect color for this 1980 AMC Pacer DL. This era brings me back to double-knit pants and John Saxon movies, perfect for a Pacer. An AMC brochure says that the “Pacer has big car room… more»

9k-Mile Roller? 1971 Ford Maverick Sedan

This 1971 Ford Maverick is one of those offerings that seems to create about as many questions as answers, but even with the limited amount of information we get it appears to be a solid example and a good… more»

No Reserve Project: 1971 Plymouth Road Runner

In spite of the Plymouth Road Runner getting a redesign and an entirely different look for the 1971 model, timing was not on its side as the demand for muscle offerings was dwindling down at a very rapid pace,… more»

Classy Driver – 1976 Pontiac Grand Prix LJ

Pontiac freshened the ’76 Grand Prix with a revised waterfall grille and quad headlights, and fans of the sporty luxury coupe responded, snagging 228,091 units, more than doubling 1975. This 1976 Pontiac Grand Prix LJ in Rochester New York… more»

13k Original Miles: 1997 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 30th Anniversary

There was a party in full swing at Chevrolet in 1997 as the company celebrated thirty years of Camaro production. What better way to mark the occasion than with a special edition recapturing the badge’s glory days? Thus, the… more»

One-Owner Short Bed: 1988 Ford F-150

There’s a fine line between a pickup truck being considered a collectible and simply being a nice driver. This difference can lead to a wide gulf in the final sale price. In the case of this 1988 Ford F-150,… more»

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